Cardiovascular Perfusionists work with cardiac surgeons and anesthesiologists as part of the interprofessional operating room team. Their primary role is to conduct cardiopulmonary bypass using a heart-lung machine and other ancillary equipment in the cardiac operating room.
As part of the implementation of the Cardiovascular Surgical Program, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) is excited to be seeking Expressions of Interest from employees interested in pursuing a career as a Cardiovascular Perfusionist.
TBRHSC will sponsor one (1) employee to enrol in the Michener Institute of Education at UHN Cardiovascular Perfusionist Program in downtown Toronto for the 2025 cohort.
Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital’s Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative; therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this opportunity.
Applications for enrolment at Michener are due February 1, 2025 with classes commencing late August 2025.
Interested applicants can submit a resume indicating that they meet the eligibility requirements for admission and a cover letter outlining their interest in this training opportunity and a career as a Perfusionist.
In order to meet enrolment application deadlines, Expressions of Interest are to be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than October 30, 2024. Internal applicants may apply to this expression of interest via the job-posting page on the iNtranet.
For more information about the Michener program, Perfusionist job prospects at TBRHSC or this funding opportunity please contact: Amy Carr at Amy.Carr@tbh.net or Wayne Taylor at Wayne.Taylor@tbh.net
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TBRHSC will offer a comprehensive tuition and compensation package. Candidates will be required to meet the following eligibility criteria for enrolment:
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Registered Nurse (RN)
- Bachelor’s Degree minimum CGPA 75%
- Minimum one year of critical care experience within last 5 years
Virtual information sessions will be held on the following dates:
- October 28th 2024 at 12:30 PM
Via the following link: https://thunderbayhospitals.webex.com/meet/siverlo